Constitutional Amendment to Allow Denial of Bail for Certain Dangerous Defendants
Plain-English Summary
This proposed constitutional amendment would allow Indiana judges to deny bail to defendants in cases other than murder or treason if there is strong evidence of guilt and the state proves that no release conditions would reasonably protect public safety. Currently, nearly all defendants are entitled to bail.
What each outcome does
If yes passes, the Indiana Constitution will be amended to allow judges to deny bail for defendants, excluding those charged with murder or treason, if they are deemed a public safety threat and no release conditions would protect the community.
If no passes, the Indiana Constitution will not be amended, and the current bail system will remain in place, where nearly all defendants are entitled to bail, even if a judge believes they pose a significant danger.
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